Certificate in Youth Ministry:
Outline of Information

The Certificate in Youth Ministry is an affordable course that allows you to study at your own pace, with no semesters or deadlines. The papers enable study to be completed with flexibility so you can continue on with your other commitments — other study, work, church, sport etc...

You can do just one paper or all eight, with no obligation, agendas or pressure. If you decide to do more than one paper, they can be completed in any order and at any time throughout an entire year. Do one paper or all eight - the choice is yours!

For each paper leaders receive an attractively presented 60 page manual and a 20 page workbook to record their answer in. They are easy to read and include learning exercises for assessment. The non-essay exercises are designed to be helpful for reflection and gaining insight. They will be marked in a way that will provide beneficial comments and advice as you enhance your leadership skills.

Attention Youth Pastors... Sign up a team!
Sign up 2 or more members of your leadership team and undertake to meet with them reguarly and talk about that they are learning and we will send you a free copy of the study material for you to keep. This is a great way to raise the skill level of your key leaders with little effort on your part.

Details of each paper are as follows:

LEADING
Christian Leadership can be tough at times, but hugely rewarding. This paper looks at what being a Christian Leader is all about, including the characteristics, call, motivation, requirements, responsibilities, skills, style and trials of the effective Christian Leader.

MANAGING
Management can become a real pitfall to a ministry if not done well. This paper looks at the dynamics and requirements of management in ministry and covers time and financial management, marketing, planning, delegation, motivation, decision making, conflict resolution, change management and discipline.

DESIGNING
What is at the heart of a youth ministry? Why do we do what we do? The Designing paper answers these questions and more. Look at the aspects of a Biblical and appropriate youth ministry design including philosophy, purpose, models of ministry, implementation, and integration with the wider church.

PROGRAMMING
Ever wanted to develop your own youth programme? Here’s your chance! In this paper, you will learn some of the principles and practices of the most effective youth programme elements such as Bible study, prayer, worship, camping, evangelism, mission, and recreation.

UNDERSTANDING
Adolescence is full of ups and downs — relate to your own experiences as you learn the developmental characteristics of adolescence such as physical, sexual, emotional, social, intellectual, moral and spiritual. Understand the impact of factors affecting behaviour such as personality, environment and the family.

CARING
There are manyways we can be there for the young people we lead. Learn various principles and practices of pastoral care to adolescents including personal qualities, listening skills, building helping relationships, common pastoral care issues, handling crises, confidentiality and referral.

COMMUNICATING
Communication is essential to everything we do, learn principles and practices of effective communication through preaching, training and small group leadership. Gain an understanding of the principles of teaching, learning, preparation, presentation, group dynamics and learning styles.

CONNECTING
Explore the world of youth culture and all the various worldviews impacting young people today. Look at the cultural characteristics and trends including historical trends, environment, worldview, behaviour, implications and responses.

Cost: Each paper is a very affordable $60 which includes a 60 page training manual and 20 page workbook. This is payable on registering for the paper(s) of your choice. Postage is free within Neww Zealand and $5 per module for overseas students.

NEW OFFER: Sign up for all 8 papers and receive a one third discount. Instead of paying $480 you pay just $320. Even if you don't complete all your studies you still get to keep all 8 manuals.

• Download a copy of the Enrolment Form.
• Download a copy of the Brochure.
• Download Samples of the Workbooks & Manuals
• Register your interest in the Certificate in Youth Ministry Online.
• Make payment for one or more papers.
• E-mail Murray or phone 06 357 7533.